National Life is introducing a n new critical illness product. e-Critical Illness (eCI) provides monetary compensation for any of 21 different illnesses , making it one of the most comprehensive protection plans in its class.

eCI will be available online early next month through National Life’s partner Web sites and through the insurer’s own Web site www.NationalLife.ca.

The new product provides up to $2 million in protection, available in 10-year renewable term or level premium term to 75 policy options. All policies offer return of premium, waiver of premium, and a children’s critical illness benefit.

In addition to industry standards such as cancer, heart attack and stroke, eCI covers various forms of cancer like Hodgkin’s Disease, Stage A colon cancer and chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Because benefits depend on the number of illnesses covered and their definitions, clients purchasing eCI are getting superior protection with no unexpected surprises.

Following diagnosis, the eCI benefit is paid out to the policyowner in a lump sum. Clients can choose how they use the money, whether it’s to pay off a mortgage, contribute to an early retirement fund, or replace lost business income.

eCI offers product support that includes customized projections, educational tools and a needs analysis calculator. Further information on the product can be viewed by visiting www.nationallife.ca and clicking on the InSite Home Page.